Telendihi - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Telendihi is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Giringkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telendihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telendihi is 383684. The village covers a total geographical area of 413 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Telendihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telendihi
As per Census 2011, Telendihi village has a total population of 1,211 people, consisting of 557 males and 654 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,174 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,073 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telendihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 557 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,073 | 493 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 418 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 139 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Telendihi
Telendihi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bindujharia | South | 1.40 km |
| Chakradharpur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Mahulpali | West | 1.90 km |
| Bairagibahal | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Beheramal | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Giringkela | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Saletikra | North | 2.99 km |
| Satjoria | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Bichhuabahal | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Karadega | East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telendihi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Telendihi. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Telendihi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Telendihi is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telendihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telendihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telendihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telendihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telendihi
Where is Telendihi located?
Telendihi village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telendihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Telendihi is Giringkela.
What is the pincode of Telendihi?
The pincode of Telendihi is 770012.
What is the population of Telendihi?
Telendihi has a total population of 1,211, including 557 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Telendihi?
There are 212 households in Telendihi.
What is the literacy rate in Telendihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telendihi is 72.42%. Male literacy is 75.04% and female literacy is 70.18%.